Traveling in an electric vehicle already breaks down barriers, both psychological and material, Since this summer a considerable increase in refills has been observed during summer trips.
A thought-provoking increase that electric vehicles should also be used during the summer enjoy a well-deserved vacation with zero emissions while traveling, which has not always been present in the minds of users and society in general.
Data provided by two operators show an upward trend and place the increase in charges between 59% and 75% depending on the area considered. a lower cost than traveling with gasoline.
long distances
At the time of travel long distances With an electric vehicle, there has always been skepticism, both about the range and the possibility of being able to recharge the battery safely.
Added to these disadvantages over long distances is the anxiety of being stuck on the road so as not to have an electric terminal or charging station while traveling.
Changes in mentality
A situation that is already changing in the mentality of electric car users and in the general perception of those who consider being able to drive them safely to their destination as a sustainable and viable option.
This summer, it was found that charging of electric vehicles has been made at destination points during the 2024 holidayswith a notable increase compared to previous years.
All of this could be monitored using data from ElectrocardsThe application aims to provide access to public charging stations that are part of Wallbox.
Considerable increase in Spain
Measurements show that during the summer, charging of electric vehicles in Spain increased by 75% compared to other months of the year, according to Electromaps.
This growth, in line with industry trends, is attributed, in part, to the increase in costs due to Increased traffic due to holiday travelCantabria, Catalonia, La Rioja, the Community of Madrid, the Valencian Community and Castilla y León are leading this increase.
Electrocard data
In these autonomous communities, The increase in recharges recorded in Electromaps was even more significanteven doubling compared to other periods of the year.
In CantabriaRecharges have increased by about 155%, Catalonia 135%, in La Rioja and the Community of Madrid 120%, in the Valencian Community 115%, and in Castile and Leon 100%.
Most popular routes
The areas where recharges increase the most are along the Ruta de la Plata and the Mediterranean CorridorThis trend may suggest that drivers are increasingly opting for long journeys in electric vehicles, taking advantage of the growing charging infrastructure in these key areas.
The data comes from loads managed by Electromaps in fast charge chargersthose offering power greater than 50 kW, excluding chargers located in major urban centers.
Peace and confidence
These figures highlight the importance of charging infrastructure in rural areas and on long-haul routes. For Xavier Cañadell, co-founder of Electromaps, “the expansion of the fast charging network in non-urban areas is crucial for continue this growth and support drivers in their long-haul journeysproviding the peace of mind and confidence to plan worry-free trips.
Electromaps is an application designed for improve access to public charging stations for electric vehiclesan integral part of the Wallbox ecosystem.
An essential ally when traveling
The app improves the public charging experience for electric vehicle drivers, with the aim of Accelerating the global transition to electric mobility.
Since its launch in 2011, it has grown to become a key ally in the expansion of charging infrastructurefacilitating a more sustainable future.
According to data from Eranovumcollected during the months of June, July and August through its 800 operational charging points distributed throughout Spain, “the electric vehicle triumphs this summer: the number of recharges increases by 59% compared to the previous quarter”.
Increased recharges
The company recorded 44.6% this quarter Less energy consumption in Madridwhile it increases in coastal areas such as Asturias (113%), Murcia (70.4%), Andalusia (65%), Catalonia (43%) or the Valencian Community (24.3%).
During these months, with the data provided by Eranovum, During the months of June, July and August, there was a notable increase in the volume of recharges.recording a flow to areas frequently chosen as tourist destinations.
Due to the usual movements from inland areas to coastal areas, this company has detected how, in the Community of Madrid The volume of recharges carried out between June and August has been reduced by half.
Evolution of consumption in summer
Something similar, but less pronounced, was recorded in Castile and Leonwhere they were reduced by 15%, while in Catalonia they remained the same, with a slight upward variation.
On the contrary, in Andalusia The number of recharges increased by 77.3%, in Asturias 50.7%, in the Region of Murcia 49.3% and in the Valencian Community 25.3%.
Regarding the total energy consumption achieved via Eranovum charging stations over the past three months, in Asturias There was an increase of 113% compared to the previous quarter.
In the Region of Murcia consumption increased by 70.4%, in Andalusia 65%, in Catalonia 43% and in the Valencian Community 24.3%, while in Madrid the decrease in energy consumption was 44.6%.
Cheaper routes
One of the great advantages of the electric vehicle is the price of energy, which makes it Travel is much more economical than traveling with a thermal engine vehicle.
“Let’s take a concrete example: the Madrid-Valencia journey, of 362 km, made with an MG ZS petrol vehicle, at an average price of €1,546/litre this summer, would cost €40.29, while with its electric equivalent, the MG ZS EV, at an average price of €0.43/kWhit would cost 26.46 euros. That is 34.3% cheaper», explains David Vallespín, co-CEO of Eranovum.
